Scrib/Script Root Words Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does the word 'Describe' mean?

to read a book aloud

to create a visual art piece

to listen to someone speak

to say or write down how something/someone looks (correct)

What is an 'Inscription'?

a short dedication written in a book or engraved on something

What is a 'Manuscript'?

a handwritten piece of writing

What does 'Postscript' mean?

a section added to a letter after it has been completed Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'Prescription'?

a piece of paper written by a doctor for medicine Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Scribble'?

sloppy handwriting that is hard to read Signup and view all the answers

What is a 'Scribe'?

a person who writes things down, usually for someone else Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Script'?

a set of papers with writing intended to be read and acted out Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Subscription' refer to?

a written agreement to buy and read a magazine or newspaper Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Transcribe' mean?

to write down or record Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Scrib/Script Root Words Study Notes

Describe: Involves detailing how something or someone appears by using adjectives; root "scrib" means to write.
Inscription: Refers to a short dedication that can be found in books or engraved on objects like coins and monuments; combines "script" (to write) with the noun suffix "-tion".
Manuscript: Denotes a handwritten document, often the original draft of a written work; derived from "manu" (hand) and "script" (to write).
Postscript: Represents additional writing added after the main letter, commonly referred to as P.S; employs "post" (after) and "script" (to write).
Prescription: A written order from a doctor that authorizes medication at a pharmacy; includes "pre" (before), "script" (to write), and the noun suffix "-tion".
Scribble: Refers to poorly legible handwriting; as a verb, it means to write in an unreadable manner; rooted in "scrib" (to write).
Scribe: Identifies a person dedicated to writing for others; originates from "scrib" (to write).
Script: Can refer to a set of written papers meant for performance or simply beautiful handwriting; the root is "script" (to write).
Subscription: A formal agreement to purchase and receive a publication such as a magazine for a predetermined period; includes "sub" (below, under), "script" (to write), and the noun suffix "-tion".
Transcribe: Means to write or record something, or translate spoken words into written form; comes from "trans" (across) and "scrib" (to write).

Description

Explore important root words related to writing with these flashcards. This quiz focuses on the meanings and uses of words like 'describe,' 'inscription,' and 'manuscript.' Enhance your vocabulary and understanding of how these terms are used in context.